What are the transport and storage requirements for this litsea cubeba oil?
This litsea cubeba oil is classified as a flammable liquid for transport: UN 1993, Class 3, Packing Group III. It must be shipped in approved packaging — UN-certified drums or jerricans with proper labelling — and kept away from ignition sources, oxidising agents and direct sunlight during transit. Storage areas should be cool, ventilated and equipped for Class 3 goods.
Transport & Storage Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| UN number | UN 1993 (flammable liquid, n.o.s. / flavouring liquid) |
| Hazard class | Class 3 — flammable liquid |
| Packing group | PG III |
| Flash point | 54.4-71°C (open-cup 54.4°C) |
| Packaging | UN-certified drums/jerricans; proper labels and documents |
| Segregation | Away from oxidisers, open flames, heat sources |
| Storage | Cool, dry, ventilated; below 25°C preferred; fire-extinguishing equipment available |
- Sea freight, rail and road are all routine; air freight is allowed under Class 3 rules for smaller volumes
- We prepare the full dangerous-goods documentation (DGD, MSDS, UN marking) with every flammable-goods shipment
- During storage, keep drums sealed and rotate stock FIFO; never store near acids or peroxides
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This article was published on 2026-09-07, and last updated on 2026-09-07. The article will be continuously updated.
